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Shop Beauty Gifts That Wow From Ulta Beauty — No Matter Your Budget

There’s no need to break the bank or search every corner of the internet to find ideal presents.

By Jennifer Tzeses
a collection of hand sanitizer and skincare products
Beecher LaFrance

Whether it’s a bold red lipstick for your most put-together friend or a yummy scented bath-and-body set for your babysitter, beauty gifts are little luxe treats that never fail to make everyone feel merry, pampered and bright. The brilliance of shopping for said products and sets at Ulta Beauty is that you can sleigh your entire list in one fell swoop, thanks to its wide selection of the most-wanted brands at every price point.

To make your holiday-shopping experience even easier, we’ve combed the shelves and picked our favorite finds — from affordable stocking stuffers to super splurges. Or, if you still can’t decide (or just want to throw in an extra bonus), go for an Ulta Beauty gift card. (After all, a free spree is always appreciated.)

Mascara is the product that most people go through the fastest (and that should be replaced most regularly) — so treat them to this favorite. Who doesn’t love a product that delivers volume and length all at once?

The perfect pocket-size balm set (an Ulta Beauty-exclusive) of juicy scented shades (watermelon and mango) means they’ll never run the risk of a parched pout.

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This sanitizer spray with a dreamy, soothing scent is the gift they never knew they needed. But they’ll use it on repeat — especially during winter cold-and-flu season.

For the most glamorous on your list, this richly pigmented lipstick is primed for painting the town (and their pout) this season. And the full, hydrating coverage means they can focus on crudités over touch-ups.

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Transport them to a tropical locale with this Ulta Beauty-exclusive two-piece set that features the brand’s juicy floral Cheirosa 40 scent. And if they’re actually traveling somewhere warm, both products — under three ounces — are the perfect carry-on sizes.

Anyone with upcoming travel plans will appreciate this six-piece skincare set (an Ulta Beauty exclusive). With a routine’s worth of brightening, hydrating and balancing products, they can consider their toiletry bag (mostly) packed.

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This break-apart set of Tarte’s iconic formulas is the best kind of gift: You can give one and keep one (no judgment here). The gorgeous shades of mauve, rose and pink are high on shine and low on effort.

The cult-classic color — which miraculously looks good on everyone — has been coloring lips happy since 1971. And now there’s a cheek palette to match (and it’s only available at Ulta Beauty).

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Who wouldn’t want to set their makeup and forget about it? This spray locks in every look for up to 16 hours.

With these 24 shadow shades to create a face for every day (and night) of the week, the makeup maven in your life will feel like they’ve just won the beauty lottery. The three gorgeous gilded palettes are also great for touch-ups on the go.

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Give the budding influencer on your list straight or curly styles on demand — so they’re always camera-ready. This innovative hot tool with a built-in fan immediately cools hair to set the style and lock in shine.

A bath-and-body set is the ideal present for the person you don’t know ... well, personally. This Ulta Beauty-exclusive comes with a hydrating arsenal of body wash, scrub, oil and cream, so they can indulge from head to toe.

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For the person with skills that rival a pro makeup artist’s, this palette of shadows featuring shimmering gemstone shades and pigmented neutral hues will be like opening a box of art supplies. The possibilities are endless.

This buzzy hair dryer truly lives up to the hype, making the cost a worthwhile investment for yourself or a lucky loved one on your list. The innovative tool is designed to protect hair from damage and dry quickly, while also increasing shine and decreasing flyaways. The Ulta Beauty-exclusive comes with five attachments and in a luxe black and gold colorway.

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One look at the rockstud bottles in this two-piece Valentino set, and the luxe lover in your world will be beyond excited. With notes of jasmine, vanilla bourbon and Italian bergamot, the edgy, floral scent is sure to become their new signature.

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